About Unity Community Barbershop

Executive Summary

Welcome to the new generation of barbershops! Introducing Unity Community Barbershop, where inclusivity meets style in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for all. At Unity Community Barbershop, we are not just cutting hair; we are breaking barriers and celebrating diversity and lived experiences from our customers, barbers and community partners. Our mission is to provide a safe, affirming, and welcoming space where EVERYONE feels valued, respected, understood and celebrated. We strive for UNITY in our barbershop.

At Unity Community Barbershop, we focus on celebrating YOU - no matter who you are, who you love or how you identify. We welcome members from the transgender community, non-binary, LGBTQIA+ and queer populations to our barbershop. We proudly welcome clients of all genders, sexual orientations and identities. At Unity Community Barbershop, you will find a home, a destination that provides more than just haircuts. Our space is built to support you and your identity; recognizing and celebrating each of them.

Our Team

Dr. Cortney Smalley, MCD, PRC, CDR - Owner

Cortney Smalley is the creator and founder of Unity Community Barbershop. With a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, Cortney strives to create equitable spaces for opportunity challenged groups. Cortney is dedicated to operating Unity Community Barbershop as a destination setting where our cosmetology and barber services are inclusive and customized based on the individual's preference. Cortney is a Detroit native and believes the Motor City is the best location to host our barbershop. His education background includes a bachelors degree in Film, TV & Media, a masters degree in Community & Organization Development. Cortney earned his doctorate degree in Organization Development & Change from Bowling Green State University.

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